OCS Values and Code of Ethics

OCS Values
Code of Ethics
As employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of Children’s Services, we will:
  • Act with integrity in all relationships.
  • Treat all persons as we would like to be treated, in an evenhanded, respectful and courteous manner, cultivating authentic belonging and individual acceptance.
  • Lead by example and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
  • Exercise prudence and integrity in managing Virginia’s human service programs, operations, systems and assets.
  • Dedicate our efforts toward earning the respect, trust and confidence of the public, elected and appointed officials, local Children’s Services Act staff, and those with whom we work.
  • Refrain from any activity or relationship that is or could be inferred as a violation of the State Government Conflict of Interest Act.
  • Strive for excellence by maintaining and enhancing professional knowledge, skills, and abilities for our colleagues and ourselves.
  • Maintain and promote a spirit of cooperation and collaboration in our professional dealings.
  • Commit to advancing OCS’ mission, goals, and objectives every day.
  • Be prepared to make decisions that may not be popular.
  • Consistently safeguard personal information of clients and co-workers.
  • Abide by Virginia’s Standards of Conduct for Employees and related regulations.
  • Perform work with honesty, diligence and responsibility, and commit to the highest ideals in the stewardship of public resources. Report fraud, waste and abuse by calling (800) 723-1615.
  • Hold ourselves accountable for adhering to the OCS Code of Ethics and Values.
As employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of Children’s Services, we will not:
  • Violate the State Government Conflict of Interest Act.
  • Use public resources for private gain.
  • Knowingly sign, subscribe to, or permit issuance of information that contains a misstatement or omits relevant data.
  • Knowingly conduct or condone any illegal or improper activity.
The OCS Team:
  • Our mission guides our work;
  • We embody team spirit that stimulates enthusiasm and inclusion;
  • We maximize creativity, diversity, and critical thinking through open dialog;
  • We trust and instill confidence in and acceptance of one another; and,
  • Positive community image is the outcome of our work.